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Rogan And Crawford Address Kendrick Lamar Mix-Up
Joe Rogan spoke with Terence Crawford about the viral mix-up that saw him get mistaken for rapper Kendrick Lamar during a live UFC broadcast. The incident occurred during the “crowd cam” segment of the UFC 306 Sphere event in September 2024. As the camera focused on Crawford, the on-screen graphic identified him as “Kendrick Lamar.” […]
Jai Opetaia Vs. Brandon Glanton Breakdown
Jai Opetaia faces Brandon Glanton on March 8 at Zuffa Boxing 04, as we preview the upcoming fight. This fight will crown the first-ever Zuffa Boxing Cruiserweight World Champion. Opetaia’s 2025 campaign was particularly dominant. He defended his IBF and Ring titles with an 8th-round knockout of Huseyin Cinkara in his last fight in December 2025. […]
Navarrete Beats Nunez To Unify At 130
Emanuel Navarrete (WBO Champ) stopped Eduardo Nunez to pick up the IBF belt in the 11th round to unify at super featherweight, as you can see how the fight played out live. Navarrete, the 31-year-old three-division champion, most recently faced Charly Suarez in May 2025. The fight was ruled a technical decision win for Navarrete. […]
Keyshawn Abandons Haney For New Challenges
Keyshawn Davis has moved on from a fight with Devin Haney, stating that his focus is elsewhere. After weeks of calling Haney out following his 12th-round stoppage of Jamaine Ortiz on January 31, 2026, Davis has officially shifted his focus to a new target: Lamont Roach Jr. In a post on X, Davis addressed the […]
Ryan Garcia's Right Hand Injury Not Serious
Following his victory over Mario Barrios to claim the WBC welterweight title, Ryan Garcia’s team has received a clean bill of health regarding his right hand. The initial fears of a fracture have been quelled by his advisor, Guadalupe Valencia, who confirmed the damage is restricted to a “light sprain.” Garcia complained about hurting his […]
Burglars Target Ryan Garcia's LA Home
Ryan Garcia faced a security breach at his Los Angeles home shortly after becoming the WBC Welterweight Champion. On February 26, police were summoned to the newly-crowned WBC welterweight champion’s residence following a reported attempted break-in. The incident cast a shadow over a celebratory week for “KingRy,” who captured his first world title on February […]
Don King Files Lawsuit Against Boxing Giants
Promoter Don King via Don King Productions (DKP) has filed a multi-party lawsuit targeting Sela, The WBA, Ring Magazine, and heavyweight Michael Hunter. The lawsuit alleges a “coordinated, knowing campaign” to breach King’s exclusive promotional rights with Michael Hunter following the short-lived announcement of a bout between Hunter and Jarrell Miller proposed for September 11, […]
Usyk vs. Kickboxer Verhoeven Announced For May
Oleksandr Usyk will put his WBC heavyweight title on the line against ex-GLORY Kickboxing Heavyweight Champion Rico Verhoeven on May 23 in Egypt. This fight marks the first time Usyk (WBA, WBC and IBF champ) will compete professionally in North Africa, adding a new chapter. After stopping Daniel Dubois in July 2025 for the second […]
Zuffa Boxing Reportedly Close To Agreeing Sky Sports Deal
Zuffa Boxing, led by UFC CEO Dana White and WWE President Nick Khan, is reportedly on the verge of securing a multi-year broadcast partnership with Sky Sports. According to reports, the deal is “on the precipice” of being finalized. This follows the news of Zuffa’s recent market moves in the UK. The promotion is the […]
Fans React To Benn Vs. Prograis – ‘$15 Million For This'
Conor Benn’s first appearance under the Zuffa Boxing banner will be against former two-time world champion Regis Prograis on April 11 at a catchweight of 150-lbs, but is it the right move? The bout will serve as the co-main event for the Tyson Fury vs. Arslanbek Makhmudov card at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Netflix. Benn’s […]
Bivol Sharpens Skills During Latest Training Session
Dmitry Bivol continues to work his way back from back surgery, as the unified light heavyweight champion pushes the paces in training. Bivol underwent surgery after his win over Artur Beterbiev last year to become the undisputed light heavyweight champion. Bivol then vacated his WBC belt rather than face his mandatory David Benavidez after which […]
Why Did Zuffa Boxing Sign Conor Benn?
TKO President Mark Shapiro has stepped in to clarify the Zuffa Boxing’s decision to sign Conor Benn. The signing came as a shock, as Benn left his long-time promoter Eddie Hearn to make the switch. Hearn stood by Benn during his failed PED tests, while the Matchroom Boxing promoter was firing verbals shots at White […]
Who Will Katie Taylor Box In Her Final Fight?
Two-weight undisputed champion Katie Taylor has announced her intention to hang up the gloves in 2026, targeting a homecoming in Dublin this summer for her last professional fight. While the specific opponent and location are still being finalized, the mission remains clear: a finale on Irish soil. Taylor has been vocal about her desire to […]
Frank Warren's Potential $1 Billion Legal Action Against Sela And TKO Group
Boxing has been rocked by the news that Frank Warren is reportedly preparing to sue Sela and TKO Group Holdings. Seeking $1 billion in damages, Queensbury Promotions’ Warren alleges a breach of contract that saw his partners use his ‘boxing intel’ to launch Zuffa Boxing while cutting him out of the loop. Warren argues he […]
Pacquiao's Terms For The Mayweather Rematch
Manny Pacquiao’s team has outlined the terms of the Floyd Mayweather rematch, subject to being agreed, ahead of their September 19 rematch. Jas Mathur, the chief executive of Manny Pacquiao Promotions, stated they have proposed a 10 or 12-round contest. They are insisting on 8-ounce gloves at a 147-pound limit, where the first fight took […]
Joshua’s Family Reacts To Boxing Return Rumors
Anthony Joshua’s uncle, Ademola Joshua, says the family will back him if he continues boxing. Joshua’s future is in doubt following the fatal car accident that claimed the lives of his strength coach, Sina Ghami, and personal trainer, Latif “Latz” Ayodele in Nigeria. While Joshua emerged with only minor physical wounds, the fallout has led […]
Top Rank And ESPN Are Reportedly In Broadcast Negotiations
Top Rank and ESPN have re-entered discussions to sign a new broadcast deal. After an eight-year run, ESPN and Top Rank parted ways in July 2025. Top Rank reportedly sought out new partners with suggestions that preliminary talks took place with Netflix and Warner Bros. Discovery. This comes after Arum confirmed last year that talks […]
Emanuel Navarrete vs Eduardo Nunez: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: Matchroom Boxing The super-featherweight clash between Eduardo Nunez and Emanuel Navarrete is a fascinating all-Mexican showdown for the IBF and WBO titles. Nunez (39-2-1, 32 KO’s) enters as a dangerous puncher with a more compact and aggressive style. While perhaps not as widely recognised as Navarrete, Nunez brings genuine stopping power and a […]
Mayweather Vs. Pacquiao Rematch Announced
The Floyd Mayweather (50-0) vs. Manny Pacquiao (62-8-3) is official, as the pair will face off in a pro fight on September 19. The fight will take place from The Sphere in Las Vegas and air globally on Netflix’s 325 million subscribers. The announcement coincides with Mayweather’s 49th birthday and follows his recent decision to […]
Gervonta Davis' Future Revealed – ‘He Will Be Back'
Gervonta Davis’ future has become clearer after his trainer, Calvin Ford, says his career is far from over. The comments come after a difficult 2025 for Tank. The cracks in Davis’ career began to show last March in Brooklyn. Facing Lamont Roach Jr., Davis struggled to find his rhythm, ultimately settling for a majority draw. […]